Zoya Nail Polish in Sailor, $8A classic, navy blue shade, this polish can be sported with almost any neutral outfit. It’s blue but not “too blue.” Just enough to make a simple —but eye-catching — navy color statement.

Essie For the Twill of It, $8It’s almost impossible to truly describe this all-mixed-up metallic color, which has a medium brown base combined with a reflective green shimmer. You never know quite what you get when you put it on, except for a fabulous, fashionable statement nail.

NARS Opaque Nail Polish in Fury, $19It’s described as a “regal purple”, which is pretty much right on the money. The shade is pigment-rich, super shiny and, like all of NARS’ Opaque Polishes, totally streak-less when carefully applied.

MAC Nail Lacquer in Rebel, $16More of burgundy-toned plum than a proper purple, Rebel is an awesome shade if you can’t decide between wearing a deep red or a purple pop. This color is like a combo of the two, so — boom! — problem solved.